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Air Force Global Strike warns bomber availability constrained, seeks B‑21 production clarity and Sentinel funding
Summary
Air Force Global Strike Command testified that bomber availability is strained as legacy platforms age and sustainment parts are limited; the command urged continued support for the B‑21 program, long‑range strike modernization and timely funding for the Sentinel ICBM replacement.
Air Force Global Strike Command officials told the Senate subcommittee they face readiness pressures because legacy bomber availability is limited by spare parts and sustainment challenges, and they urged steady funding for the B‑21 Raider, Sentinel ICBM replacement and other modernization efforts.
General Thomas Bussier, commander of Air Force Global Strike Command, said his top priorities are sustaining the legacy force, modernizing systems and taking care of airmen. He told senators the command is fielding the B‑21 program and preparing installations for initial operational aircraft, and…
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